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Hong-chul Hwang

Hong-chul Hwang

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Birth dateFeb 27, 1966
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Hong-chul Hwang is a South Korea hurdler, born on February 27, 1966. He competes primarily in the 400mH and 4x400m.

His personal bests include 49.80 in the 400mH and 3:14.71 in the 4x400m. He has earned 2 gold and 1 silver medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing South Korea.

Key facts
400 m hurdles
49.80
#917 all-time
1990 season best
49.80
Jun 10, 1990 · Seoul (KOR)
Last competition
Beijing Asian Games
Oct 3, 1990 · 50.24
Beijing Asian Games
Record
National record · 400 m hurdles 49.80
National record
Age
60 years old

As of Sep 20, 2026: 400 m hurdles 49.80 (#917 all-time), 1990 season best 49.80 (Jun 10, 1990, Seoul (KOR)) · Last competition: Beijing Asian Games, Oct 3, 1990, 50.24 · National record (400 m hurdles) · 60 years old

Performance Charts

Season bests

SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateTrendCompetitions
1990
400mH
49.80-Jun 10, 1990
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Seoul (KOR)
1989
400mH
50.29-Nov 17, 1989
↑
New Delhi Asian Championships
1988
400mH
50.52-Sep 23, 1988
↑
Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR)
1988
4x400m
3:14.71-Sep 30, 1988-Olympic Stadium, Seoul (KOR)

1990

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
50.24-Oct 3Beijing Asian Games
400mH
49.80-Jun 10Seoul

1989

1 performance
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
400mH
50.29-Nov 17New Delhi Asian Championships

1988

2 performances
DisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
4x400m
3:14.71-Sep 30The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul
400mH
50.52-Sep 23The XXIV Olympic Games, Olympic Stadium, Seoul

Honours

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Beijing Asian Games

400 Metres Hurdles

1990
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New Delhi Asian Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

1989
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New Delhi Asian Championships

400 Metres Hurdles

1989
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is Hong-chul Hwang's 400 m hurdles personal best?

Hong-chul Hwang's 400 m hurdles personal best is 49.80, set on Jun 10, 1990 in Seoul (KOR), #917 on the all-time list.

Which events does Hong-chul Hwang compete in?

Hong-chul Hwang competes in the 400 m hurdles.

How did Hong-chul Hwang perform in 1990?

1990 season best: 49.80, set on Jun 10, 1990 in Seoul (KOR). Last competition: Beijing Asian Games on Oct 3, 1990, 50.24.